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cowboys

The correct spelling is cowboys.

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noun

Say it like: Cow-boy-s

The correct spelling is cowboys. A man who tends free-range cattle, especially in the American West.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A man who tends free-range cattle, especially in the American West.
  2. 2.A man who identifies with cowboy culture, including wearing a cowboy hat and being a fan of country and western music.
  3. 3.A person who engages in reckless behavior, especially for the purpose of showing off.
  4. 4.A dishonest and/or incompetent independent tradesman.
  5. 5.A playing card of king rank.

verb

  1. 1.To work as a cowboy, herding cattle.

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